2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 328 kg more than 1991 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
