1987 Ford Laser vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Ford Laser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Laser weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
