1986 Ford Granada vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
