1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1970 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Newport | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2290 mm |
