2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 835 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 Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
