2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 32 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1120 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rendezvous | Sunny |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |