1997 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sunny | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1506 mm |
