2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1970 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 Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |