2007 Nissan Murano vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 975 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (360 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
