1983 Saab 900 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Saab 900 weights approximately 55 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, 1983 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Saab 900 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
