1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1375 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2980 mm |
