1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 930 kg more than 1972 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, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Crown Victoria | Sunny |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |