1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Tempo (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
