1994 Saab 900 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
