2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2385 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6799 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
