1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 8 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 364 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.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sunny | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
