2007 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 26 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 335 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, 2007 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Sunny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |