1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 29 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1081 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.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
Model | Sunny | 300 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3048 mm |