1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1971 Nissan Sunny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 776 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Sunny |
Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |