1992 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 18 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 1200 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 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Sunny | LS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
