1986 Porsche 944 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, both 1986 Porsche 944 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 944 (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Porsche 944 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Porsche | Saab |
Model | 944 | 9000 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |