1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 247 kg more than 1985 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | Sunny |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |