1999 Lotus M250 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 29 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus M250 weights approximately 305 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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus M250 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | M250 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
