1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Saab | Nissan |
| Model | 9000 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
