1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
Because 1951 Austin A 90 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 1951 Austin A 90. 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, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Austin | Saab |
Model | A 90 | 9000 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |