2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 871 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Magnum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Magnum | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
