1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 375 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 9000 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2835 mm |
