1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1996 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Saab |
Model | Guara | 9000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |