1992 Nissan Sunny vs. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 310 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix 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. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Sunny | 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Sunny | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
