1999 Nissan Primera vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1999 Nissan Primera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Nissan Primera. 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Primera | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Primera | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
