1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1995 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 194 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 1995 Venturi Atlantique 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 1995 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Nissan | Venturi |
| Model | Sunny | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
