1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 39 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 1007 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sunny | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
