1993 Nissan Presea vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 Nissan Presea. 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 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Presea | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Presea | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
