1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 13 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 865 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, 1999 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
