1987 Saab 90 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 90 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 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, 1987 Saab 90 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Saab 90 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 90 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |