1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1986 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 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, 1986 Plymouth Horizon (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Sunny | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Sunny | Horizon |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |