1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1998 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Opel Vectra is newer by 7 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Vectra weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1991 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 1998 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
