1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 855 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Sunny | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2930 mm |