1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 31 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1238 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Quest |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3140 mm |
