2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 834 kg more than 1989 Saab 900.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Navara | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
