2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
