2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 535 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
