1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 1991 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 405 is newer by 18 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 405 (90 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 390 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, 1991 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 405 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
