2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1310 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Pilot | Sunny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |