1997 Peugeot 205 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 205 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 205 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 205 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
