1991 Saab 9000 vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe is newer by 5 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1996 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1996 Venturi Coupe 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 1996 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1996 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Saab 9000 | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Saab | Venturi |
Model | 9000 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |