2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 580 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 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan X-Trail | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | X-Trail | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |