1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. Both 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire and 1991 Saab 9000 are equipped with a 2,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 186 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000.
Because 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 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 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Saab |
| Model | Sapphire | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
