1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 29 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 475 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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Sunny | 120 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |