1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Saab 9000 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Saab | Subaru |
Model | 9000 | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |