1991 Ford Tempo vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Ford Tempo is newer by 10 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 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Tempo weights approximately 335 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, 1991 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Tempo | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Tempo | Sunny |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |