1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 940 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |