1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 790 kg more than 1971 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
