1982 Renault 9 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. 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 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 9 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 9 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
