2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 43 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 613 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
