2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 480 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 Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
