1991 Saab 9000 vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 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 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
