2001 Ford Falcon vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 815 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 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 | 357 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 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 |
