2004 Ford Escape vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 18 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 703 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, 2004 Ford Escape (271 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 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 |
