1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 17 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 982 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
