1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (100 HP @ 3120 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 895 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, 2002 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Signum |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
