1988 Saab 9000 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
