1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
