2001 Nissan Moco vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 6 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 444 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Moco | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Moco | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
