1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 270 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Saab | Hyundai |
| Model | 9000 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
