2009 Ford Escape vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 28 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 112 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |