1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 25 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1228 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Sunny | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |
