1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Sunny | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | 18 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
