1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 25 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 252 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Touran |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |