1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1996 Ford Crown Victoria and 1996 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria (179 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 828 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 104 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2540 mm |
