1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 164 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 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Camry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
