1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
