1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1646 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Sunny | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |