1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 470 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Sunny | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
