1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 54 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
