2004 GMC Safari vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 883 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
