1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 38 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Sunny | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2837 mm |
