1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 345 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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
