1992 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 387 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Sunny | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1433 mm |
