1988 Saab 9000 vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 40 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
