2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 600 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (217 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
