1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 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 1992 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
