1994 Ford Probe vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 21 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 536 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, 1994 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
