1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 1992 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1992 GMC Typhoon and 1992 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 575 kg more than 1992 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny. 1992 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 1992 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Typhoon | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
