2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 564 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Nitro | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2580 mm |
