1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | 15 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
