1975 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 580 kg more than 1975 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Sunny | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
