2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1520 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2290 mm |
