1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 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 Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sunny | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
