1985 Dodge 600 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Dodge 600 is newer by 4 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge 600 weights approximately 305 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.
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, 1985 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
