2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 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 Mazda 3 (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 3 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |