1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 18 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, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Pluriel weights approximately 86 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, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Pluriel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Pluriel | Sunny |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |