2006 Honda Element vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 900 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |