1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 613 kg more than 1986 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
