1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 776 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Bora |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
