1974 Renault 17 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Renault 17. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 17 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 17 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
