1995 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 166 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2330 mm |
