1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1016 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Sunny | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |