2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan NP300 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | NP300 | 9000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |