1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Santana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
