1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 654 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (139 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
