1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saturn SC weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 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, 1998 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Sunny | SC |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
