1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 708 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
