1989 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 282 kg more than 1966 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, 1989 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
