2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 498 kg more than 1988 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Frontier | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2670 mm |
