2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1570 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |