2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Laputa | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
