2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 643 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
