1982 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 16 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 302 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, 1982 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2290 mm |
