1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 313 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
