2004 Ford Focus vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 541 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
