1988 Saab 9000 vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Saab | Sunbeam |
| Model | 9000 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2090 mm |
