2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-150 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
