1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 17 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 17 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Sunny | Rio |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2499 mm |
