1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1320 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Sunny |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |