1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 264 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
