1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Elantra (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 418 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Hyundai Elantra (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Elantra | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Elantra | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
