1975 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 365 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Bora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
