1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT 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 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus CT weights approximately 612 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, 2012 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Sunny | CT |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2601 mm |
