1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 384 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 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Saab 9000 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 9000 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3246 mm |