2006 Ford Escape vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 805 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |