2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2804 kg more than 1972 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 Excursion (759 Nm) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2310 mm |
