1983 Saab 900 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Saab 900.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Saab 900 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
