1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 795 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Sunny | Vectra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |