1972 Nissan 240 C vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan 240 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan 240 C (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan 240 C should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan 240 C weights approximately 485 kg more than 1981 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 Nissan 240 C (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan 240 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan 240 C | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 240 C | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
