1999 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 1999 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sunny | Spark |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
