1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 770 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
