1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sunny | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2788 mm |
