1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
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, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
