2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1993 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 824 kg more than 1993 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Navara | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
