1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 23 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 514 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, 2009 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Livina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
