1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Saab | Nissan |
| Model | 9000 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
