1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 16 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 305 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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
