1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Shadow | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
