1997 Nissan Sunny vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Sunny | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Sunny | 968 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |