2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 25 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 394 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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
