1986 Ford Telstar vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Ford Telstar 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Telstar weights approximately 330 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 Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Telstar | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
