1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 161 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Caprice | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
