2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 872 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 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
