1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900, 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 R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (255 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
