1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Lancer | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
