2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 119 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Raider | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2540 mm |
