1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 10 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.
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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Sunny | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
