2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900.
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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Titan | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2530 mm |
