2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Kalos | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
