1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 640 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, 1999 Renault Laguna, 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Sunny | Laguna |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |