1992 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 232 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1988 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1988 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Toronado | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
