1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 655 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Bora |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
