1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 272 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
