1998 Honda SSM vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny

To start off, both 1998 Honda SSM and 1998 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc, 1998 Honda SSM is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 1998 Honda SSM 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 1998 Honda SSM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda SSM (286 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm). This means 1998 Honda SSM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda SSM 1998 Nissan Sunny
Make Honda Nissan
Model SSM Sunny
Year Released 1998 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1973 cc
Horse Power 0 HP 74 HP
Torque 286 Nm 132 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual


 

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