1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 254 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
