1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan Sunny | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Sunny | 9000 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |