1977 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000.
Because 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Jeep | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
