1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 1 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 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 815 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
