1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 309 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 309 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
