1985 AC Cobra vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 4 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 265 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | Sunny |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |