1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Bora |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
