1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 897 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sunny | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2838 mm |
