1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 735 kg more than 1985 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 Nova (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
