2009 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 28 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 370 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, 2009 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |