1995 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 13 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 315 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
