1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 499 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
