2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sedona | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
