1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 16 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 550 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
