1992 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 325 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, 1992 Hyundai Sonata (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Sonata | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
