2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 991 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |
