1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 19 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 170 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, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sunny | 100 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
