1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1999 Nissan Almera is newer by 13 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Almera weights approximately 230 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, 1986 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Almera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
