1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Passat |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |