1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
