1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 650 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 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Sunny | BLS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
