1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 917 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2741 mm |
