1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 35 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 590 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
