1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 11 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000. 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
