1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1942 Citroen 15. 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 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | 15 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
