1996 Proton Perdana vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton Perdana | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Proton | Saab |
| Model | Perdana | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
