1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, both 1991 Italdesign Nazca and 1991 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000.
Because 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 1991 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Saab |
| Model | Nazca | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
