1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
