1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 995 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Newport | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2410 mm |
