1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 1492 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Sunny | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Jetta |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |