1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 250 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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Golf |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |