1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 760 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
