1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 8 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 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, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 1990 Renault 21 | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Sunny | 21 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |