1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 580 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 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Sunny | Impreza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |