1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 768 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Golf |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |