1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 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 (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 710 kg more than 1982 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Sunny | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1525 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 |
