2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 26 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
