1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 19 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 371 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000.
Because 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Saab | Opel |
| Model | 9000 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
