1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 30 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), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1418 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Sunny | Durango |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3043 mm |
