1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 16 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 405 (64 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Peugeot 405 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 405 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
