1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Caravan | Sunny |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |