2005 Holden Frontera vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Frontera | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Frontera | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
