1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 8 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Noble M12.
Because 2002 Noble M12 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 2002 Noble M12. 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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Noble |
| Model | Sunny | M12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
