2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 931 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Sunny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |