1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 830 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
