1989 Saab 9000 vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
To start off, both 1989 Saab 9000 and 1989 Subaru Rex were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1989 Subaru Rex. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Saab 9000 | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Saab | Subaru |
Model | 9000 | Rex |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2260 mm |