1990 Saab 9000 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 15 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 9000 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 9000 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
