1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Sunny | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Sunny | Laurel |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |