1980 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1980 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1980 Vauxhall Astra and 1980 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1980 Nissan Sunny is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Vauxhall Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1980 Vauxhall Astra | 1980 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
Model | Astra | Sunny |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |