1998 Ford Probe vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Ford Probe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Probe weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 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, 1998 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
