2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 598 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Sunny |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |