1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 621 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Golf |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |