1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 41 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 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 1346 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Nissan | Lotus |
Model | Sunny | Exige |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3063 mm |