2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 900 kg more than 1982 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
