1989 Saab 9000 vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1992 Toyota Supra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
Because 1992 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Saab 9000 | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 9000 | Supra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |