1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 2,007 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (130 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 1609 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2007 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
