1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 56 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 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Corvette | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
