2005 Holden Vectra vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Vectra weights approximately 830 kg more than 1971 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 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Vectra | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
