1990 Saab 9000 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000. 2009 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1990 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1990 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 9000 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
