1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 665 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Previa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
