1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 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 Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
