2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Caravan (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 935 kg more than 1985 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, 2003 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Caravan | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caravan | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
