1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1973 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 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, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Vega | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
