1988 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1269 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
