1988 Saab 9000 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 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 81 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
