2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 15 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
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 FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | FR-V | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |