1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Saab 9000. (173 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 9000 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Saab |
| Model | Nazca | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
