1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 460 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 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
