1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 25 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 21 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 460 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, 1994 Renault 21, 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, 1994 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Nissan Sunny | 1994 Renault 21 | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Sunny | 21 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2820 mm |