2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 30 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 990 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, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | XG 350 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
