1965 Mini Countryman vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mini Countryman | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mini | Saab |
| Model | Countryman | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2720 mm |
