1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 722 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Sunny | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |