1975 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
