1990 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 1 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 280 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 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | 300 ZX | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
