1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 795 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Sunny | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Sunny | Senator |
Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |