2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 833 kg more than 1970 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 Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
