1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 26 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 860 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, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Sunny | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
