1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 748 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Sunny | C5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
