1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2003 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 718 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Cherry | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
