1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Astra 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 425 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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (173 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sunny | Astra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
