1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 215 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, 1971 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
