1988 Saab 900 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 900 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
