1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2004 Proton Tiara is newer by 23 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 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Proton Tiara.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Sunny | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
