1991 Dodge Spirit vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Dodge Spirit is newer by 10 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), 1991 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 406 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Dodge Spirit | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Spirit | Sunny |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |