1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 9 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 506 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Sunny | 6000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |