2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 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 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 632 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
