1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 974 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
