1975 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 31 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 525 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, 2006 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Astra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
