1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 11 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 140 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, 1971 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sunny | Astra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
