2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 35 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 973 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LaCrosse | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
