1996 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 525 kg more than 1967 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, 1996 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1967 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
