1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 1328 kg more than 1971 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sunny | Flex |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2995 mm |
