1988 Saab 9000 vs. 2011 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 107 is newer by 23 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 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Peugeot 107. 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 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 2011 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Saab | Peugeot |
| Model | 9000 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
