2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda HR-V weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2001 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | HR-V | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
