2002 Nissan Altima vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
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, 2002 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Altima | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
