1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 682 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Nissan Sunny 2009 Toyota RAV4
Make Nissan Toyota
Model Sunny RAV4
Year Released 1966 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 988 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 194 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 648 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2570 mm


 

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