1973 Lancia 2000 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000. 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, 1973 Lancia 2000 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia 2000 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | 2000 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
