1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 655 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 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Sunny | 5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |