1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 669 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Golf |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |