2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 27 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 802 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Sunny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |