1982 Saab 900 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 900 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
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, 1982 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Saab 900 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
