1971 Morris Minor vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1971 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Morris Minor 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 1971 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Minor | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Morris | Saab |
| Model | Minor | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2670 mm |
