2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 36 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 407 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |
