2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 25 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 840 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Cobalt | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |