2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 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 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Lanos | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
