2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 551 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 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Odyssey | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |