1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 29 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 690 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sunny | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
