1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 20 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 895 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | Sunny |
Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |