1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 626 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Eos |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
