1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Ford Fairlane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 780 kg more than 1983 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 Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
