2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
