1992 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 164 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1999 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Spider |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
