1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (118 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1965 Peugeot 404 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 1965 Peugeot 404. 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 Nissan Sunny (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 404 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
