1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 26 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Altima |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
