1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 26 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 178 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 206 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
