1997 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 363 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Sunny |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |