1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 24 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 435 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Sunny | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 307 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
