1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 580 kg more than 1982 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
