1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1285 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 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Lagonda | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
