1985 Ford Orion vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Ford Orion 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Orion weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Orion | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Orion | Sunny |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |