1986 Saab 9000 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 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 27 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Saab 9000 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Saab | Citroen |
| Model | 9000 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
