1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 29 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 537 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Sunny | Ranger |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3193 mm |