1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 24 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 554 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.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | 9000 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2992 mm |
