2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 23 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 675 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LaCrosse | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
