1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 20 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 815 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Sunny | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |