1997 Nissan Sunny vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 94 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Sunny | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | 9 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
