2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1986 Saab 900
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 900 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1986 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 900 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1986 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
