2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Micra | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
