1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Saab |
| Model | 990 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2720 mm |
