1990 Saab 9000 vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 52 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000.
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, 1990 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 9000 | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Saab | Nissan |
| Model | 9000 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 46 L |
