1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 31 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 970 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, 2003 Opel Signum (371 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Signum |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
