1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 840 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
