1994 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1994 Maserati Ghibli and 1994 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 309 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Maserati Ghibli 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 1994 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Maserati Ghibli | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Ghibli | Sunny |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |