2001 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic 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 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 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 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Sunny |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |