1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 23 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Saab | Dacia |
| Model | 9000 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2673 mm |
