1985 Ford Laser vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Laser weights approximately 92 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
