2003 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 660 kg more than 1981 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 Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Intrepid | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Intrepid | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
