2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Pathfinder | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
