1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 685 kg more than 1982 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, 1988 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
