1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 43 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1585 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Sunny | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2881 mm |
