2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
