1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Vega | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
