1995 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 193 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Sunny | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3110 mm |
