1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 720 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 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
