1988 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 670 kg more than 1988 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1269 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
