1997 Nissan Maxima vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Nissan Maxima is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 545 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, 1997 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Maxima | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Maxima | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
