1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 34 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 810 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
