1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 505 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.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny. 2010 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sunny | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
