1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 100 weights approximately 55 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 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sunny | 100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
