2004 Ford Escape vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 628 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Ford Escape (272 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
