1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 27 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1010 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | LS | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
