1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 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, 1993 Nissan Sunny (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 31 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460. 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, 1993 Nissan Sunny (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Sunny | 460 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
