1985 Ford Laser vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser 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 Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 118 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
