2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 27 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1075 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |
