1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 611 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | El Camino | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
