1990 Saab 9000 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 9000 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 9000 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
