1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 604 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Sunny | Corvette |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |