1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1313 kg more than 1991 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, 2008 Nissan Versa (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Versa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
