2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 773 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
