1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 670 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
