1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 19 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 344 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunny | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1605 mm |
