1989 Dodge Colt vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 Dodge Colt is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Colt (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Colt weights approximately 380 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, 1989 Dodge Colt (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Colt | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
