1970 Holden Torana vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Torana weights approximately 211 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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
