1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 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, 1988 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | 25 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
