1995 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1990 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1990 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
Model | Diamante | 9000 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |