1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 982 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9000 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
