1990 Saab 9000 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 21 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 9000 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | 9000 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3122 mm |
