2008 Mazda 3 vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1975 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 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
