1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1524 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |
