2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1972 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 TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
