1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 579 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Because 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 Hyundai ix35 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 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Sunny | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
