1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
