1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 21 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 115 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. 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 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Saab | Hyundai |
| Model | 9000 | i10 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
