2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 860 kg more than 1975 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 Lumina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5799 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
