1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera is newer by 14 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), 1995 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Almera (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Almera weights approximately 250 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, 1995 Nissan Almera (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Almera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| 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 | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
