1983 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 770 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.
Because 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Mark VII | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Mark VII | Sunny |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |