2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 806 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Ford TE-50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford TE-50 1982 Nissan Sunny
Make Ford Nissan
Model TE-50 Sunny
Year Released 2001 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4940 cc 1487 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1666 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2410 mm


 

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