1997 Mazda Xedos 9 vs. 1988 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1988 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 Mazda Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | 1988 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Xedos 9 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
