1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Kia Venga

To start off, 2010 Kia Venga 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 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 800 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 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Nissan Sunny 2010 Kia Venga
Make Nissan Kia
Model Sunny Venga
Year Released 1981 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1680 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1710 kg


 

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