1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 22 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1009 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Quest |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |
