1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 136 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Sunny |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |