2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 742 kg more than 1971 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Sentra | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sentra | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
