1991 Mazda 626 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Mazda 626 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 626 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1971 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, 1991 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 626 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
