1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 216 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1993 Nissan Sunny (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Sunny | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
