1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma is newer by 17 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Zagato Zuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Zagato Zuma weights approximately 140 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, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Nissan | Zagato |
| Model | Sunny | Zuma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
