2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (210 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1994 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1994 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Frontier | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
