2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1585 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Sunny |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |