1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 25 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 725 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
