1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 585 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
