2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Sentra | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
