1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 805 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
