1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 2 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 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
