1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | 18 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
