1986 Saab 9000 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Saab 9000 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
