2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 890 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
