1991 Saab 9000 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. 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 17 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
