1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 635 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Valiant | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
