1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1981 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda RX-7 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-7 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |