2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 32 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 780 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
