1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma. 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 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Gamma | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
