2002 Nissan Pickup vs. 1992 Saab 900
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pickup is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 144 kg more than 1992 Saab 900.
Because 2002 Nissan Pickup 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 2002 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pickup | 1992 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Pickup | 900 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
