2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Dodge Stratus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 835 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 Dodge Stratus (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Stratus | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
