1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 915 kg more than 1970 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 Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | Sunny |
Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2290 mm |