1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 455 kg more than 1982 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zodiac | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
