2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1719 kg more than 1971 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 Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
