1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 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 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
