2008 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 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.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Sunny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |