1996 Ford Probe vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Ford Probe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 138 kg more than 1991 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 Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Probe | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
