2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 21 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, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 146 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, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Terios | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
