2004 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 537 kg more than 1970 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 Focus (202 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
