1999 Nissan Sunny vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC.
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, 1998 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sunny | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Sunny | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
