1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1991 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Sunny | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
