1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 850 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 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Sunny | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |
