1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 13 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Saab | Nissan |
| Model | 9000 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
