1975 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 37 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 724 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2659 mm |