1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1982 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 RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2659 mm |