1996 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 218 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Nissan | Lotus |
Model | Sunny | Exige |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1158 mm |