1979 Nissan Cedric vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cedric 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 1979 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cedric | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Cedric | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 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 | 147 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
