1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
