1988 Saab 900 vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 852 kg more than 1988 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Saab 900 | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Saab | Nissan |
Model | 900 | Navara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |