1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 530 kg more than 1971 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 Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
