1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 982 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
