1986 Saab 9000 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. 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 61 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Saab 9000 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 9000 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
