1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 924 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 1978 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1978 Porsche 924 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sunny | 924 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
