2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 483 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
