1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1025 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Sunny |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |