1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1511 kg more than 1986 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sunny | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3670 mm |
