2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Ford C-MAX is newer by 19 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford C-MAX (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 559 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, 2005 Ford C-MAX (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford C-MAX | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | C-MAX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
