1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 2 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sunny | Laser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
