1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (226 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 129 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Corvette | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
