1991 Saab 9000 vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 391 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000.
Because 1972 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Century |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
