2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 902 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |