2008 Nissan Altima vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Altima | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
