1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Sunny | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |