2009 Honda Element vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 25 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 601 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.
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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |