1988 Saab 9000 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
