1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 17 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 415 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
