1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 17 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 325 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, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Sunny | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1025 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 |
