1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 21 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 937 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
