1987 Saab 90 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 90 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.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Saab 90 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
