1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 30 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 980 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sunny | Virage |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2741 mm |
