1997 Ford Ka vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Ford Ka is newer by 3 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ka | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
