1968 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Sunny |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |