1986 Renault Alpine vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Because 1986 Renault Alpine 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 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Alpine | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Alpine | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
