1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 70 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, 1981 Nissan Sunny (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Lancer | Sunny |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |