2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
