1980 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 212 kg more than 1966 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, 1980 Ford Escort (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
