1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 24 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 470 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Sunny | Patrol |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |