1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 77 kg more than 1987 Saab 900. 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Tiburon | 900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
