1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 78 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota 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 1999 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Sunny |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 138 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2540 mm |