1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Sunny (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Nissan Sunny (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | 21 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
