1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Buick Skylark is newer by 17 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 545 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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Sunny |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |