1985 Ford Granada vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Ford Granada is newer by 4 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 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 325 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, 1985 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
