1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Because 2013 Subaru BRZ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Subaru BRZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 9000 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
