1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 2 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 470 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Daytona | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Daytona | Sunny |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |