1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 675 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Outback |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
