2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 710 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Berlina | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
