1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Sunny |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2310 mm |