1991 Saab 9000 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, both 1991 Saab 9000 and 1991 Chevrolet Beretta were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1991 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1991 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Saab | Chevrolet |
| Model | 9000 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
