1988 Saab 9000 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 12 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000. 2000 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 1988 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1988 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Saab | Saturn |
| Model | 9000 | L |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
