1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 595 kg more than 1986 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
