1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 790 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 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Outback |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
