1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 469 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 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Sunny | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
