1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1677 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Sunny | Ram |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1486 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4080 mm |