1964 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen DS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 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, 1964 Citroen DS (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
