1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Laputa | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
