1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 665 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Sunny | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sunny | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
