1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 31 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Sunny | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
