1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 240 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 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Sunny | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1519 mm |
