1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
Because 1946 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Jaguar | Saab |
Model | Mark IV | 9000 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |