1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 502 kg more than 1966 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Nissan Sunny | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Sunny | Carlton |
Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |