1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 10 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, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 15 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, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Applause | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
