2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1986 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1986 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Titan | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 54 L |
