1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 241 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
