1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 25 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 305 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, 1996 Opel Astra (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Astra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
