1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 593 kg more than 1982 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 Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Sunny | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
