1991 Saab 9000 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (185 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 9000 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
