2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 561 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
