1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Sunny | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
