2009 Ford S-Max vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Ford S-Max is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford S-Max weights approximately 928 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, 2009 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford S-Max | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | S-Max | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
