1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 147 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 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Sunny | Insight |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |