2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
