1991 Saab 9000 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 7 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 34 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
