1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 15 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 695 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Sunny |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |