2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 872 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Intrepid | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Intrepid | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
