2004 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 23 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 272 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, 2004 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
