1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 40 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1611 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Sunny | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3645 mm |
