1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2000 Subaru Outback 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Outback weights approximately 795 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 Subaru Outback (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Outback |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
