2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 677 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
