1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 360 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
