1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 800 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Sunny |
Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |