1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 38 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 935 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Sunny | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
Model | Sunny | BLS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |