1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1291 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Sunny | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Sunny | Flex |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2994 mm |