2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 24 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1653 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
