1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1570 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Sunny | Patrol |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |