2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-250 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
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 | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |