1987 Saab 90 vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 90 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 740 kg more than 1987 Saab 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Saab 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 90. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Saab 90 | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
