1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 725 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
