1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 13 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 643 kg more than 1991 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
