1990 Saab 9000 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Saab 9000 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 9000 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |