1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 16 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 727 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Sunny | C8 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |