1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 27 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 685 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Sunny | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |