1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,269 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Sunny (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Nissan Sunny (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
