2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 260 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2300 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
