2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1966 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 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
