1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 274 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 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 2009 Toyota RAV4 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. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Sunny | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sunny | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |