1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 727 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
