1967 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Lotus Elise

To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1967 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Nissan Sunny 2010 Lotus Elise
Make Nissan Lotus
Model Sunny Elise
Year Released 1967 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 405 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7100 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 459 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 645 kg 1881 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4882 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1915 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1354 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2941 mm


 

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