1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 684 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000. 2013 Infiniti JX has automatic transmission and 1989 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1989 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti JX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Saab | Infiniti |
| Model | 9000 | JX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2901 mm |
