1988 Saab 900 vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Saab 900. 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, 1988 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 900 | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
