1990 Saab 9000 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Saab 9000 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 9000 | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |