1985 Nissan Sunny vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Sunny | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Sunny | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
