1997 Nissan Sunny vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 460 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 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny. 1995 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Sunny | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | SVX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
