1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1395 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Sunny |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2290 mm |