1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 92 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
