1993 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 900 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 100 NX | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | 100 NX | 900 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
