2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
