2005 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 367 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 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
