1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 37 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 710 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 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
