1992 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
