2000 Nissan Primera vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 610 kg more than 1971 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 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
