1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 14 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
