1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 405 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 Suzuki Baleno (139 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunny | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
