1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 180 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Sunny |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |