1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 25 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 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 620 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Sunny | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
