1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 21 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, 2012 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 113 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, 2012 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Sunny | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
