1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 575 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Sunny | Mustang |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |