1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 382 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 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Patrol | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
