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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). 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 217 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 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 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 | 1597 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2290 mm |