1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 735 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Sunny | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
