1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
