1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 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, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Sunny | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
