2001 Hyundai Accent vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Accent 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Accent (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 814 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.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Accent | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
