1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 612 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Golf |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |