2003 Dodge Durango vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1982 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 Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
