1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 993 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
