1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 20 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 10 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Sunny | Accent |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
