1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Dart (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 540 kg more than 1985 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dart | Sunny |
Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |