1974 Renault Siete vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete 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 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1974 Renault Siete. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Siete | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
