1997 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, both 1997 Nissan Terrano II and 1997 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Saab 900.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saab 900. (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Terrano II | 1997 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Terrano II | 900 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
