1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. 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 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Stanza | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
