1987 Saab 90 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 25 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 490 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Saab 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 90. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Saab 90 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Saab | Chevrolet |
Model | 90 | Orlando |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |