2000 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 10 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 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Acura NSX 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 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000, 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | NSX | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
