1999 Nissan Crew vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1999 Nissan Crew is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 900i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 900i would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Saab 900i. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 900i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Because 1999 Nissan Crew 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 1999 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i, 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, 1999 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 900i. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 900i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Crew | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Crew | 900i |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
