1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 12 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 260 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, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sunny | 200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
