1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 6 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 260 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, 1992 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | 21 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
