1974 Ford Maverick vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Maverick weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 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, 1974 Ford Maverick (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
