1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 137 kg more than 1988 Renault 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | 21 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
