1990 Saab 9000 vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 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 61 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 9000 | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 9000 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
