1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 21 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.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 9000 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2624 mm |
