1986 Holden Astra vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, both 1986 Holden Astra and 1986 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1986 Holden Astra. 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, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Astra. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Astra | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Holden | Saab |
Model | Astra | 9000 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |