1986 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny. 1986 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Sunny |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |