1998 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MX-3 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
