1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 90. 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 90 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
