1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 822 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Javelin | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
