1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 813 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | CC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2708 mm |
