2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 962 kg more than 1986 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
