2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1967 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 790 kg more than 1967 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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 1967 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
