1988 Porsche 911 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 54 L |
