1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 17 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
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 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
