2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 31 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 278 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Cobalt | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |