2004 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 264 kg more than 1991 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
